Tulip
Persian · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Tulip
# Etymology and Meaning of Tulip
The name Tulip derives from the Persian word "tulipan" or "turban," referring to the flower's shape which resembles a wrapped turban, with roots in Old Persian and Turkish languages.
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Etymology
# Etymology and Meaning of Tulip
The name Tulip derives from the Persian word "tulipan" or "turban," referring to the flower's shape which resembles a wrapped turban, with roots in Old Persian and Turkish languages. The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures and among those who appreciate botanical or nature-inspired names, with no significant religious affiliation or historical cultural tradition of use.
Tulip currently ranks #6,095 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2018.
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